New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Oil Lamp

ManufacturerAttributed to Boston & Sandwich Glass Co. (American, 1826-1888)

CultureAmerican

Dateca. 1850

MediumMold blown glass | Metal

DimensionsOverall: 4 in. (10.2 cm)
Overall, Rim: 1 in. (2.5 cm)
Base: 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number0.1418

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DescriptionOil lamp of mold-blown clear glass with an applied handle. The body is in the "Lyre" pattern. Attached to the rim is a metal collar and screwing into the collar is a wick holder. Attached to the wick holder is a small snuffer.

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